Tailgating: Making the Best of a Fall Football Tradition

Fall has officially arrived. The sounds of school bands playing, and cheerleaders cheering can be heard throughout our country. Friday night lights are alive and well with collegiate football games on Saturday, followed by pro football games on Sunday. Yes, it is a smorgasbord football weekend in America. A season millions of fans anxiously look forward to all year long. Where football stadiums are packed with these anxious fans rooting for their favorite team and eagerly ready to claim their bragging rights, other enthusiastic fans remain outside the stadium tailgating with food and drinks cheering their favorite team to victory as well. Fun can be had both inside as well as outside the stadium. With tailgating growing in popularity there are safety tips which should be followed to keep the celebration fun and safe. To start, plan ahead. Having the right set-up and accessories makes tailgating easy for the host and comfortable and enjoyable for your guests. You want to avoid too much direct sun exposure, so plan for shelter (tents) with chairs. g can be a fun way to spend time with family and friends. (Adobe Stock) Keep all ages safe from the sun, so always have sunscreen handy...